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    Proporción (en. Proportion)

    /propoɾˈsjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The relationship that exists between two or more elements through a quotient.
    The proportion between the weight and volume of an object is fundamental to understanding its density.
    La proporción entre el peso y el volumen de un objeto es fundamental para entender su densidad.
    The proper adjustment of elements in a composition.
    The proportion of colors in the painting influences its visual perception.
    La proporción de los colores en la pintura influye en su percepción visual.
    Part or fragment of a whole.
    A large proportion of the population responded to the survey.
    Una gran proporción de la población respondió a la encuesta.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'proportio', which means relation or comparison.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in large proportions
    to a great extent
    a grandes proporciones
    in proportion to
    in relation to
    en proporción a
    golden ratio
    mathematically related ratio considered aesthetically pleasing
    proporción áurea

    Related Words

    proportional
    that has a relationship or proportion to something else.
    proporcional
    proportionality
    quality of being proportional.
    proporcionalidad
    proportionally
    in a proportional manner.
    proporcionalmente

    Slang Meanings

    Just adjustment between elements.
    At this party, the proportion of food and drink is perfect.
    En esta fiesta, la proporción de comida y bebida está perfecta.
    When something is in balance.
    His life is in proportion, he lacks nothing.
    Su vida está en proporción, no le falta nada.